Garmin Marathon Durham
Garmin Marathon Durham's half marathon showcases historic landmarks and rolling hills.
Race Date
Apr 24, 2027
Location
Durham, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 24, 2027
- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 10K, 5K
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 2,037
Highlights
Course
The Experience
Garmin Marathon Durham is a brand-new half marathon that debuted in 2026, drawing a field of roughly 2,000 runners from 44 states. The course celebrates Durham’s urban heritage, passing iconic sites like the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and the vibrant Duke University campus. Runners navigate a mix of paved roads and scenic trails, with rolling hills that add character without overwhelming.
The race is USATF certified with a slight net downhill profile, hinting at a point-to-point route. While the first edition means no repeat-runner data yet, the strong geographic draw suggests many traveled specifically for this event. The day ends with a finisher medal and a T-shirt, wrapping up a tour of a lively Southern city.
Race-provided description
The Garmin Marathon Series is a celebration of community, connection and the joy of running. Created for runners, by runners, these races blend competition with a fun, welcoming atmosphere for athletes of all levels.
Garmin Marathon Durham will highlight the bustling area, including historic landmarks such as the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and the vibrant campus of Duke University. The course design shows off the city’s urban heritage, rolling hills and scenic trails.
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Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 24, 2027
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Urban
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
+0.38 m
Separation
15.9%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NC26007BDS · Garmin Marathon Series Durham Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change.
Quality Score
Solid Pick471 year running
~2,037 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
USATF certified · 4 timing sources
runners from 44 states
winner 1:05:50
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
79°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
65%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,037 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
2,037
Median time
2:04:27
Latest turnout
2,037
States
41
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Garmin Marathon Durham?
The Garmin Marathon Durham is held on Saturday, April 24, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Garmin Marathon Durham take place?
It takes place in Durham, North Carolina.
What distances does the Garmin Marathon Durham offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 10K, 5K.
Is the Garmin Marathon Durham course flat and good for a PR?
The Garmin Marathon Durham is a rolling hills, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Garmin Marathon Durham?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,037 runners who have completed the Garmin Marathon Durham.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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